2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Astra Club 8v models manufactured in 2001, based on 257 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v vintage page → (52.4% current pass rate)2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v MOT Analysis
The 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v has an MOT pass rate of 56.0% based on 257 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 79,465 miles on the odometer. With a 44.0% failure rate, the 2001 Astra Club 8v is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v is Suspension, responsible for 0.8% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Driver's View of the Road is the second most common issue at 0.8%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 0.4%.
Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall Astra Club 8v page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 0.8% | 2 |
| 2 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.8% | 2 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.8% | 2 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.4% | 1 |
| 5 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 79,465 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.10 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.10 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.10 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.05 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.05 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v has an MOT pass rate of 56.0% based on 257 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 79,465 miles on the odometer. With a 44.0% failure rate, the 2001 Astra Club 8v is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 79,465 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 0.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.8% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.4% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 2001 Vauxhall Astra Club 8v models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.